James was already sharing the floor with a marquee star in Anthony Davis, so teaming Dončić wasn't a dramatic change in that regard. Granted, Luka is one of the most ball-dominant players in the league, which is a distinction that doesn't apply to Davis.

The Los Angeles Lakers have found their groove again. After a stunning loss against the Chicago Bulls in Windy City last week, the Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies on the road on Saturday and took down the Houston Rockets at home Monday night.

Luka Doncic sent Alperen Sengun to the hardwood with a sweet step back late in the second quarter on Monday. The Los Angeles Lakers guard took one dribble to his left at the top of the key, then stepped back with a dribble between his legs.